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111 online is a fast and convenient alternative to the 111 phone service and provides an option for people who want to access 111 digitally.
Your needs will be assessed and you will be given advice about whether you need:
If you need face to face medical attention you may be asked to attend a Primary Care Centre.
Click here to access NHS 111 online or call 111 to speak to a staff member.
The nearest Minor Injury Unit is at Bridgwater Community Hospital.
Bridgwater Community Hospital
Bower Lane
Bridgwater
Somerset
TA6 4GU
Phone 01278 436555
X-ray is available at Bridgwater MIU during these times:
To find another Minor Injury Unit go to the Somerset NHS Trust website.
You can check the latest average referral waiting times for your chosen hospital or NHS foundation trust using the NHS My Planned Care website.
NHS My Planned Care provides up-to-date information about how long people are currently waiting for planned hospital care across England. This can help you understand what to expect while you are waiting for your appointment or treatment.
You can search by:
Hospital or NHS foundation trust
Type of treatment or specialty
The information is updated regularly and is available to everyone.
Visit NHS My Planned Care to check current waiting times:
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust – My Planned Care NHS
If you have any questions about your referral, or if your symptoms change while you are waiting, please contact your GP practice or referring clinician.
At our practice, we are proud to support military veterans and their families. We recognise the unique experiences and challenges that come with serving in the armed forces, and we’re committed to helping veterans access the services and support they need to thrive.
Veterans may be eligible for a wide range of services, including:
Healthcare and mental health support tailored to the needs of veterans
Rehabilitation and recovery services
Benefits guidance and financial support programmes
Housing assistance and community reintegration resources
Whether you’re transitioning from active duty, navigating long-term health issues, or simply looking for support as you adjust to civilian life, there are resources designed specifically to help you.
For a comprehensive guide to veteran support services and what you may be entitled to, please visit Veteran Support Booklet
ACES is a free service available to all patients registered with a Somerset GP. The service provides patients experiencing recently occurring medical eye conditions with appropriate treatment closer to home. The service is provided by local optometrists with the specialist knowledge and skills to carry out this work at a locally approved opticians.
From Friday 29 April 2022 people living in Somerset, who are not registered with a dental practice, should call NHS 111 if they need urgent treatment or advice.
Following an initial call with a call handler, the person may be put through to a dental nurse who will advise on next steps. This could range from general self-care advice to an urgent appointment being booked within 48 hours. More information here.
Part of the NHS offering free and confidential services. Click here for more information.
Tel: 0300 1245010
Click for mental health support options in Somerset and beyond.
HANDi has been developed by the paediatric team at Musgrove Park Hospital to provide expert support to parents/carers and medical professionals looking after children with the most common childhood illnesses:
- Diarrhoea (gastroenteritis)
- Chesty child (wheeze and asthma)
- Chesty baby (bronchiolitis)
- High temperature
- Abdominal pain
- Common newborn problems
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